Officials deny dire conditions aboard the USS Lincoln

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T. Michelle Murphy | August 16, 2026     Hello again. Today’s stories subvert expectations. ICE is getting body cameras—but experts question whether they will hold agents accountable. A U.S. oil company has exploration rights in Greenland—so why is the government warning it to hold off? When informed that families are worried about the sailors aboard the long-deployed USS Abraham Lincoln, Trump replied: “No they’re not” and said the ship has been deployed “not nearly long enough.” Here are the top reads to start your week. IN TODAY’S BRIEF DOD denies difficulties aboard the Lincoln Experts discuss ICE body cams Lanterns is stylish superhero TV U.S. oil company hits resistance in Greenland Salmonella egg recall escalates         READ THIS FIRST Trump and Hegseth push back on concerns about deployed sailors U.S. Navy—Getty Images The USS Abraham Lincoln has been deployed for nine months amid escalating tensions between the United States and Iran. Recently, reports have emerged about worsening living conditions, mental health concerns, and supply shortages on board. Trump dismissed the claims last week, responding “No, they’re not,” when a reporter said families of the crew members are worried. He also said the aircraft carrier had been deployed “not nearly long enough.” Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth also called the reports of dire conditions on the Lincoln “completely misrepresented.” But Democrats are urging the Defense Department to remedy the situation. Sen. Richard Blumenthal of Connecticut, a member of the Senate Armed Services Committee, penned a letter noting that the vessel has not been to a port in a record-setting 200-plus days. “These reports warrant immediate attention, but they also raise a broader question: whether the Navy can sustain the operational tempo now being demanded of its carrier force,” he wrote. —Connor Greene         SPONSORED Get 15% Off Coffee Pods Roasted Days Ago Angelino's roasts, grinds, and seals 50+ specialty coffees in-house at their LA roastery, then ships within days. Mix and match to unlock up to 34% off — and new customers get 15% off on top, applied automatically. No code, no subscription required. Get 15% Off Today         WORTH YOUR TIME ‘Better than most superhero shows,’ according to our TV Critic John Johnson—HBO Max “Are you afraid?” This is the tagline of the HBO drama Lanterns, a prestige take on the Green Lantern lore that is part of James Gunn’s reimagined DC Universe. Fear is indeed a central theme of Lanterns, which premieres Aug. 16, inheriting House of the Dragon’s prime Sunday-night slot—but not in the macho, who-blinks-first sense you’d expect from a superhero show. In fact, TIME TV Critic Judy Berman writes, this one is “smarter, more mature, less formulaic, and more stylishly made” than the industry standard. Enjoy her spoiler-free preview of the upcoming season, starring Cairo Cash Lee and Kyle Chandler.         THE CONTEXT ICE field agents will soon have body cameras. Will they help? Jessica Rinaldi—The Boston Globe All Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) field agents will be equipped with body cameras by the end of the month, acting ICE Director David Venturella said. However, the footage acquired by the devices would only be released to the public if it is in “the best interests of the agency,” according to ICE. The policy raises questions about how body cameras are meant to be used in law enforcement, as well as whom they are meant to protect. Venturella said in his statement last week that the body cameras would help the agency uphold its commitment to “transparency and accountability,” while a spokesperson for ICE tells TIME that the body cameras are needed because “the media and sanctuary politicians consistently spread smears about our law enforcement.” This raises the question: Are the cameras meant to hold ICE agents accountable—or protect the agency? Who they ultimately benefit largely depends on how they are used, in theory and in practice, experts tell TIME. —Becca Schneid         SPONSORED Daily news for curious minds. Be the smartest person in the room. 1440 navigates 100+ sources to deliver a comprehensive, unbiased news roundup — politics, business, culture, and more — in a quick, 5-minute read. Completely free, completely factual. Sign up now!         HAPPENING NOW A U.S. oil company has been rebuked by Greenland. Here’s why Sergi Reboredo/Universal Images Group—Getty Images A U.S. oil company is delaying its Arctic drilling project after the Greenland government publicly warned the firm about moving equipment without authorization. Greenland Energy, the Texas-based firm leading the project, had hoped to begin drilling operations as early as October in the Jameson Land Basin. But now the project cannot commence until the winter of 2027, at the earliest. The Greenland government on Wednesday said that the “necessary regulatory process cannot be completed, and the necessary approvals cannot therefore be obtained before the planned start of drilling.” It emphasized that “preparatory activities cannot be started either.” The setback comes amid heightened U.S. interest in Greenland—and renewed attention to the vast island’s potential energy resources. —Tiago Ventura         HEALTH CHECK A major egg recall raises new concerns Andrew Harnik—Getty Images An egg recall linked to a salmonella outbreak was upgraded to the highest possible risk level by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration on Wednesday. Nearly 1.6 million dozen eggs were labeled “Class I,” which the agency defines as “a situation in which there is a reasonable probability that the use of or exposure to a violative product will cause serious adverse health consequences or death.” The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention said at least 98 people across 17 states have been infected in the outbreak linked to the eggs. No deaths have been reported, but 26 people have been hospitalized. The recalled eggs were sold under several major brand names. Here’s how to check whether you have them at home. —Becca Schneid         SPONSORED Fresh-Roasted Coffee, Without Leaving the House A third-generation LA roaster ships 50+ coffees — single origins, flavored favorites, decafs, even teas — days after roasting. Mix and match Keurig®-compatible boxes for tiered savings up to 34% off. First order? Take an extra 15% off, automatically. 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